Sean Manaea shines with dominant start against Pirates

Sean Manaea delivered a standout performance for the Mets, limiting the Pirates to one run on three hits over seven innings, while striking out 11 batters and not issuing any walks. This outing is seen as reminiscent of his successful run at the end of the 2024 season, when he had a 3.48 ERA in the second half. Manaea's recent success was attributed to adjustments in his pitching, specifically a return to an effective four-seam fastball and minimal use of his problematic sinker. He has shown signs of improvement after struggling earlier in the season, raising interest in his future appearances.

• 3:15 PMCBS Sports — Three Up, Three Down: Sean Manaea appears to have recaptured his 2024 form with a dominant performance